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“Decisions at Stones River: The Sixteen Critical Decisions That Defined the Battle” introduces readers to critical decisions made by Confederate and Union commanders. Matt Spruill and Lee Spruill...

“Decisions at Stones River: The Sixteen Critical Decisions That Defined the Battle” introduces readers to critical decisions made by Confederate and Union commanders. Matt Spruill and Lee Spruill examine the decisions that shaped the way the campaign and battle unfolded. Rather than offering a history of the Battle of Stones River, the Spruills focus on the critical decisions, those decisions that had a major impact on both Federal and Confederate forces in shaping the progression of the...

Intended for a general readership, “Decisions of the 1862 Kentucky Campaign: The Twenty-Seven Critical Decisions That Defined the Operation” by Lawrence K. Peterson introduces readers to critical...

Intended for a general readership, “Decisions of the 1862 Kentucky Campaign: The Twenty-Seven Critical Decisions That Defined the Operation” by Lawrence K. Peterson introduces readers to critical decisions made by both Union and Confederate commanders who faced harrowing situations and attempted to achieve strategic and tactical victories. Like the other books in the University of Tennessee Press’s Command Decisions in America’s Civil War series, this manuscript contains maps, photographs, and...

The most versatile way to let the world know you support battlefield preservation. Put one in your window or on your laptop, or give them out to spread the love. (Locate wisely as the adhesive is...

The most versatile way to let the world know you support battlefield preservation. Put one in your window or on your laptop, or give them out to spread the love. (Locate wisely as the adhesive is permanent!) Shaped as the American Battlefield Trust’s signature shield iconWhite vinyl w/ permanent adhesive

The story of how private citizens headlined the efforts to preserve American Civil War Battlefields. Over the course of thirty years, a good idea and hard work of dedicated history lovers evolved...

The story of how private citizens headlined the efforts to preserve American Civil War Battlefields. Over the course of thirty years, a good idea and hard work of dedicated history lovers evolved into a movement that has saved more than 45,000 acres of historical land from developers — more than 70 square mile of American Revolutionary, War of 1812 and Civil War battlefields. Fighting the Second Civil War: A History of Battlefield Preservation and the Emergence of the Civil War Trust, by Bob...

Many of the events from the Civil War are well known – the Battle of Gettysburg, the death of "Stonewall" Jackson, Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. But do you know the whole story? It Happened...

Many of the events from the Civil War are well known – the Battle of Gettysburg, the death of "Stonewall" Jackson, Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation. But do you know the whole story? It Happened in the Civil War provides inside information on these events as well as lesser-known happenings. Do you know the story behind the Hunley, the first submarine to destroy a surface ship in warfare? Or the daring prison escape of John Hunt Morgan? Or the story behind Lincoln's favorite song? You'll find...

This artwork by American painter and storyteller Keith Rocco depicts the morning attack of the 8th Illinois Cavalry at Brandy Station. Noted historian Bud Hall provided the following commentary for...

This artwork by American painter and storyteller Keith Rocco depicts the morning attack of the 8th Illinois Cavalry at Brandy Station. Noted historian Bud Hall provided the following commentary for the piece: At first light on the morning of June 9, 1863, the Battle of Brandy Station was inaugurated when General John Buford’s “Right Wing”—comprised of 6000 troopers and 1500 infantrymen approached Beverly’s Ford with orders to “disperse and destroy” enemy troopers situated in Culpeper County....

Be prepared to record your thoughts whenever inspiration strikes — you won't want to put down this gorgeous leather book which cradles a replaceable bound journal. Custom-crafted by master craftsman...

Be prepared to record your thoughts whenever inspiration strikes — you won't want to put down this gorgeous leather book which cradles a replaceable bound journal. Custom-crafted by master craftsman Shawn Bettinger of Stickman Leather in Seattle, Washington, this leather blank book is constructed of materials made in the U.S.A. Debossed with American Battlefield Trust on the front and “Saving Hallowed Ground” on the backHandcrafted from American Bison tanned in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.Features...

Originally published by the Gettysburg Battlefield Memorial Association in 1886, this incredibly detailed and unique map was created to help raise awareness and funds to purchase parts of the...

Originally published by the Gettysburg Battlefield Memorial Association in 1886, this incredibly detailed and unique map was created to help raise awareness and funds to purchase parts of the Gettysburg battlefield so that these hallowed grounds could be preserved forever. The map shows Civil-War battle positions in surrounding Gettysburg. Union lines are shown by blue dashes and Confederate lines by red ones. It also shows locations of artillery, other significant features of the battlefield,...

When it comes to saving America’s Battlefields, you hold the cards. Show your commitment to preservation with this gorgeous Redwood Bison wallet. It’s slim, while accommodating your Washingtons,...

When it comes to saving America’s Battlefields, you hold the cards. Show your commitment to preservation with this gorgeous Redwood Bison wallet. It’s slim, while accommodating your Washingtons, Lincolns, Hamiltons, Jacksons, Grants, Franklins — and up to a dozen all-important cards. Custom-crafted by master craftsman Shawn Bettinger of Stickman Leather in Seattle, Washington, this wallet is constructed of materials made in the U.S.A. Debossed with American Battlefield Trust on the front and...

**This item is available for Pre-Order and will ship beginning April 18th**Do you want to participate in Park Day but there isn't a registered site near you? Purchase an official Park Day Volunteer...

**This item is available for Pre-Order and will ship beginning April 18th**Do you want to participate in Park Day but there isn't a registered site near you? Purchase an official Park Day Volunteer water bottle and celebrate solo — or with friends — by picking up litter or wiping down interpretive signs at a historic place near you. Every little bit helps, and if we all chip in we can ensure that our historic places are not only preserved but pristine! And don't forget to post your activities...

The Samuel G. Elliott burial map for the Antietam Battlefield lay forgotten for decades, but now this specially commissioned reproduction can be yours!. Created in 1864, Elliott's map documents the...

The Samuel G. Elliott burial map for the Antietam Battlefield lay forgotten for decades, but now this specially commissioned reproduction can be yours!. Created in 1864, Elliott's map documents the burials of 5,844 soldiers—2,634 Union and 3,210 Confederate. The burials of some 269 horses and the position of 152 cannons are also noted on the map.While this map was created in 1864, just like famous one for the Gettysburg battlefield, it lay in in the New Public Library's collection, unknown to...

For all you sporty history lovers… Whether you’re hiking a historic trail, seeing Gettysburg on horseback, or working out at the gym, this water bottle will help you stay hydrated and show your...

For all you sporty history lovers… Whether you’re hiking a historic trail, seeing Gettysburg on horseback, or working out at the gym, this water bottle will help you stay hydrated and show your commitment to battlefield preservation. 25 oz BPA-free bottleFeatures single-wall construction and a press-button, flip-open drinking lid with a spoutIncludes a metal locking latch and a plastic carry loopHand wash only and follow any included care guidelines ...